Cilantro Chipotle Dressing
Elevate your meals with this zesty and creamy Cilantro Chipotle Dressing, a versatile and flavorful blend that’s ready in just 10 minutes! Made with fresh cilantro, tangy Greek yogurt, smoky chipotle peppers in adobo, and a splash of lime juice, this dressing brings the perfect balance of heat and freshness to any dish. A touch of honey and ground cumin round out the flavors, while olive oil ensures a silky texture. Whether drizzled over salads, used as a savory taco topping, or enjoyed as a dipping sauce for veggies, this bold dressing is sure to become a kitchen staple. Quick to prepare and bursting with vibrant ingredients, this recipe is ideal for adding a Southwest-inspired kick to your favorite dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (loosely packed) Fresh cilantro leaves
- 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 pepper Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 clove Garlic clove
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Wash and dry the cilantro leaves thoroughly. Remove any tough stems.
In a blender or food processor, combine the cilantro, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, chipotle pepper, garlic clove, lime juice, olive oil, honey, cumin, and salt.
Blend the ingredients until smooth and creamy.
If the dressing is too thick, add water one tablespoon at a time and blend again until the desired consistency is achieved.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lime juice to suit your preferences.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Serve the dressing chilled. It pairs wonderfully with salads, grilled vegetables, tacos, or as a dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
610 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.2 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.2 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 59 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 866 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.8 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.8 g | ||
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 38 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 177 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
